Electrical Design Engineer

Safran; Cwmbran; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry leading pension scheme

Private medical cover

Access to salary sacrifice benefits

Enhanced family friendly policies

Annual share save schemes

Opportunities for career advancement

Annual share save schemes

Hybrid & flexible working

Career advancement

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer based in Cwmbran, South Wales. This role involves producing electrical installation models and designs for aircraft seats, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should hold a degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent qualification and have experience in 3D CAD and AutoCAD software. The position offers competitive benefits including a pension scheme, private medical cover, and opportunities for career advancement. Hybrid working options are available.

Qualifications

• Qualified to a minimum of a degree in an Electrical Engineering field or equivalent.
• Experience with 3D CAD & AutoCAD electrical software packages.
• Understanding of tolerances and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Produce electrical installation models and detailed drawings.
• Design and integrate electrical systems within aircraft seats.
• Communicate effectively with customers, suppliers, and OEMs.
• Participate in Design Reviews during the NPI process.
• Communicate with customers, suppliers & OEMs.
• Ensure integration of design elements within the product.

Skills

3D CAD

AutoCAD

Electrical system design

Communication skills

Reading drawings

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

HNC/HND or equivalent

Tools

CATIA V5

PLM software

Job description

Electrical Design Engineer (H/F) - SAFRAN SEATS GB LIMITED

The purpose of this role is to be an Electrical Design Engineer with a thorough understanding of all aspects of electrical design, working within the aerospace industry.

Location

Based in Cwmbran, South Wales, working as part of the Electrical Design Department.

Scope of Responsibilities

Responsible for producing electrical installation models and detail drawings. Using various software packages for new product and platform designs that meet company, regulatory and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• 3D harness design, electrical schematics and block diagrams
• Responsible for the design and integration of electrical systems within aircraft seats to comply with company, regulatory and customer requirements
• Generating 2D/3D electrical installation and systems designs using CATIA V5 and PLM software.
• Participate in Design Reviews throughout each phase of the New Product Introduction process
• Design engineers will be expected to communicate effectively and professionally with customers, suppliers & OEM's
• Ensure the successful integration of each design element within the product as a whole
• Participate in the validation of the product (using such methods as prototyping, test, etc)
• Follow and contribute to the development of the Best Practice guidelines
• From time to time, Design engineers must be prepared to undertake tasks outside of their normal duties as requested by their immediate supervisors

Knowledge, Experience, Training and Qualifications

• Ideally qualified to a minimum of a degree in an Electrical Engineering field. Alternatively, a HNC/HND or an equivalent qualification as part of an Electrical Apprenticeship with demonstrated post qualification experience gained within a technical role.
• Experience using 3D CAD & AutoCAD electrical software packages or equivalent.
• The applicant should have an understanding of the effective application of tolerances and a working knowledge of manufacturing processes, as well as OEM installation requirements.
• Ability to read design drawings and specifications

Benefits

• Industry leading pension scheme with salary sacrifice employer contributions up to 10%.
• Private medical cover (to include Digital GP and rapid access Physio with no excess) with ability to upgrade level of benefit and cover family members.
• Access to salary sacrifice benefits scheme including cycle to work and Octopus EV Scheme.
• Interactive benefits platform including wide range of discretionary benefits including technology, retail benefits, income protection.
• Enhanced family friendly policies and benefits (enhanced maternity and paternity leave) and employee assistance programme.
• Annual share save schemes.
• Option for hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunities for career advancement and personal growth.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering, Design, and Manufacturing

Industries

Engineering Services and Electrical Equipment Manufacturing